Vintage 1940s hats' backbands

Many of the hats from the 1940s WW2 era, were small hats-- sometimes called "toy hats". The perky, small crowned hats were held in place with some type of backband.
The following are typical backbands that would have been used on a 1940s forward tilt hat--.    

All are currently listed at The Vintage Hat Shop.

Simple black elastic backband

Stiff circular wire covered in lace

Elastic covered in grosgrain ribbon

Wide black elastic

Band made of hat material

Vintage 1960s bubble toque hat

The bubble toque or bubble hat, was popular in the 1960s. The vintage bubble toques were  made of felt or straw. Worn atop the head, they are either brimless or with a very narrow brim. They are generally oversized, thus the name "bubble toque". Many were outrageously bold!

Women's Day July 1964

The 60s straw brown/black/white bubble toque currently listed in The Vintage Hat Shop.

 

Black Front Tilt With Privacy Veil

I purchased this black front tilt because I buy one whenever I see one! So rare these days. Loved the bow in front and the back strap.
I saw the veil of course but didn't take too much notice until I got it home. The netting is a "privacy veil"! It comes down past the chin to the chest. And it is in perfect  condition, too. Now that I think about it I have never owned a hat with such a veil. It will be in the shop soon.

The black front tilt with black privacy veil.